32 Weeks

Our Hudson is still the approximate size of a squash. Next week there will be a new fruit comparison to his size.

I am 32 weeks today and feeling pretty good. Jeremy and I started lamaze classes last night that go for the next six weeks. We enjoyed the first class, our teacher, and the relaxation tips. I even got a massage out of it! We will go every Thursday for the next six weeks. Hudson has been very active the last few weeks. He was moving alot during class last night so when we got home I laid down on the bed and lifted my shirt. Jeremy and I just watched him move, punch, and roll in my belly for about 15-20 minutes. It was such a neat experience to see my stomach raise and move with each of his movements and Jerm felt him so many times. He has been doing the same thing this morning after my shower and I watched his every move for about 10 minutes. I love my boy so much already!!

I have been feeling pretty good besides the everyday experience of heartburn/indigestion. Tums do a nice job of relieving my symptoms. My ankles have been swelling more the past few days but I am assuming this is because he is growing and because it is so warm outside. I am done with school so I slept in today which was so nice! I am planning on taking advantage of sleeping in for as long as I can until he arrives.

We have also listed our house with a realtor and are hoping it sells quickly. We had the sign put out front on Wednesday and an agent already had called our realtor to show it on Thursday. We haven't heard anything but our assuming they weren't interested. We will just pray it happens fast for us!

At 32 weeks, Hudson is around 3.75 pounds (we know he is 4.5 because of the ultrasound) and his approximate length is 17 inches long. He is taking up lots of space in the uterus now. I should be gaining around a pound a week from this point on in the pregnancy. Hudson will gain 1/3 to 1/2 of his weight in the next 7 weeks as he fattens up for survival outside the womb. He has fingernails, toenails, and hair at this point in the pregnancy although it may just be peach fuzz. His skin is becoming soft and smooth.

Pregnancy Highlights:
How Far Along: 32 weeks 0 days
Total Weight Gain/Loss: +10 (-1 from last appointment)
Maternity Clothes: Yes almost exclusively
Best Moment this week: Seeing him on ultrasound again and getting a few 3D pics of him
Gender: Boy- Hudson Ray Elliott
Movement: Super active baby the past few weeks
Food Craving: ice cream, fruit, cheez-its, sushi (but not eating sushi, Panera, cheese
What I miss: Sleeping through the night and not experiencing pain
Sleep: Still pretty good but having to get up to use the restroom or change positions.
What I am looking forward to: Sleeping in as often as possible before he arrives since I am on summer break
Belly Button: Starting to poke out but hasn't popped yet
Symptoms: Pubic, upper leg, and back pain, growing belly, using the bathroom constantly, stretch marks, belly button starting to poke out, and heartburn/indigestion.
Note: Excited for a relaxing weekend at home with my wonderful hubby!